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INFORMATION BOOKLET – 2018
‘LEARNING FOR LIFE’
Principal: Brendan Millar
Assistant Principal: Caren Taylor
Business Manager: Sandra Campbell
Prep Transition Leader: Libby Buck
Argyle Street, West Footscray, 3012
Telephone: 9687 1535
Fax: 9687 7101
Email: [email protected]
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INDEX
Page 1. Index
Page 2. Welcome
Page 3. Term dates
Pupil-Free Days
School Hours
Page 4. School Hours….cont.
School fees
Page 5. School Uniform
Travel to school & safety
Emergency Information
Page 6. Student Wellbeing
Page 7. Immunisation
Illness
Asthma, Allergies & Other medical conditions
Page 8. Teaching, learning & curriculum
Page 9. Specialist Subjects
Page 10. Excursions & Camping
Reporting to Parents
Bringing things to school
Page 11. Canteen
Parent Involvement
Page 12. Parent Involvement….cont.
Newsletters & Notices
Before and After-School Program
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WELCOME
Dear Parents,
Welcome to the Footscray West Primary School community.
Whether this is your first ‘starting school’ experience as a parent or not, it is an exciting time
of learning for your child. The transition to primary education is also a vitally important time,
as your child’s wellbeing is of great importance to us all.
Footscray West is a school with a tradition of being centrepiece of a genuine community a
place we are proud to be associated with. At Footscray West we focus on developing key
learning concepts, especially in literacy and numeracy, but we also believe that academic
learning needs to be balanced within a community of responsible learners. Our capacity to do
the best we can as educators and learners is centred on our Tribes agreements of mutual
respect, personal best, attentive listening, the right to participate/the right to pass,
appreciations/no put downs. At our school your child will also experience a variety of
learning opportunities including Visual Art, Italian Language, Physical Education and Music.
There will of course be challenges –learning often occurs through embracing new concepts
and developing resilience.
We encourage parent participation in the knowledge that it assists our school to be an even
better learning environment. Perhaps you will be able to become a practical contributor to
our school by assisting in class programs, attending excursions, joining School Council, one
of the sub-committees, Parents and Friends, or the Connector Bugs. At times leading up to
special events, such as the Art Show Extravaganza or Multicultural Day, parent support can
make a significant difference in ensuring the success of such occasions. By committing to
carefully reading and responding (where required) to the weekly newsletter that is available
online every week via our FlexiBuzz application, you will be aware of what is happening.
Demonstrating interest in what is occurring within your child’s class and school will assist
them in their transition to school and the important role that formal education has in their
lives.
Through cooperation with each other, we look forward to a successful partnership.
Brendan Millar
Principal
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TERM DATES
Term 1 Wednesday 31st January (Preps to start Thursday 1st, February) to Thursday, 29th March
Term 2 Monday, 16th April to Friday, 29th June
Term 3 Monday, 16th July to Friday, 21st September
Term 4 Monday, 8th October to Thursday, 21st December
FIRST DAY FOR PREPS: THURSDAY, 1st FEBRUARY 2018
Wednesday 31st January – Grade 1-6 start and Prep Assessment day #1
Thursday 1st February—Prep first day of school 9:00-12:30
You will receive a letter towards the end of term 4 of this year with the name of your child’s
class teacher and a map showing the classroom location. The first day for Preps will be a
short day starting at 9:00 am with Preps finishing at 12:30 pm. It is important for you to
supply a snack and a drink to be eaten at school. Lunch will be eaten at home. After this first
day, normal school times will apply (9 am3:30 pm), with the exception of Wednesdays in
February (see below).
Please note that all Wednesdays in February are pupil-free days for Preps. On Wednesdays in
February, each child will be given an appointment time of approximately 1 hour duration to
meet with their class teacher and participate in initial Prep assessment. Parents will be
notified of their allocated meeting time when grade placement information is provided. No
other Prep classes will be held on these days, so parents will need to make alternative
arrangements for this period.
PUPIL-FREE DAYS
Pupil-free days for all students in 2018 are as follows:
Monday 29th January, Tuesday 30th January
A minimum of 2 other curriculum days will be approved by School Council at our final
meeting this year.
Pupil free days are set to assist staff in curriculum planning, teacher professional learning,
report writing, and for additional hours spent through the year with parent/staff meetings.
SCHOOL HOURS
Normal school hours are 9 am3:30 pm
Please try to be punctual, as arriving at school after 9 am is disruptive to class activities and
may also distress your child when they see that activities have already begun. The yard is
supervised from 8:45 am before school. It is not appropriate to leave your child in the yard
unsupervised prior to that time.
Please make sure that you are waiting outside the classroom in the Prep courtyard at 3:30 pm
to pick up your child. The teacher will dismiss your child into your care. If it is not possible
for you or your partner to personally collect your child, please make arrangements for another
adult to be there (please notify the class teacher by note or the office if alternative
arrangements are to be made). An onsite out of school hours care program is available before
and after school through OSHClub. Students need to be registered (at no cost) to access the
program. Details on the OSHClub program will be provided during our school information
sessions.
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Children will not be allowed to leave by themselves, or with siblings. Once routines are fully
established, parents and guardians will be asked to wait in the Prep courtyard. Teachers are
also on duty in the yard to supervise children between 3:30 pm and 3:45 pm. If at any time
after school your child is unsure of pick up arrangements, please encourage your child to
speak with their teacher, a teacher on yard duty, or attend the office.
BELL TIMES:
8.45 am Yard duty supervision starts
9.00 am School starts
Fruit break is taken before 11.30 am
11.30 am – 12.00 pm Morning recess
1.30 pm – 1.40 pm Lunch is eaten under supervision
1.50 pm – 2.40 pm Lunch break
3.30 pm Dismissal
3.45 pm Yard duty supervision concludes
*Bell times are currently under review
LATE TO SCHOOL:
Punctuality and regular attendance are good habits we encourage. Children who arrive at
school after 9.00 am must attend the office and sign in using the iPads provided. They then
take a pass to hand to their teacher.
EARLY PICK UP:
Parents who need to collect children before 3:30 pm need to visit the office and sign their
child out using the iPad provided. They then take an office pass to hand to the classroom or
specialist teacher prior to leaving with their child.
SCHOOL VISITORS:
As part of our emergency management protocol, all school visitors need to attend the office
obtain a visitor’s pass and sign in on the iPad in reception. The pass needs to be worn whilst
in the school and returned to the office when leaving.
SCHOOL FEES
The fees payable in 2017 were $220.00 for essential items. Excursions/incursions are
payable on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. We also have a voluntary contribution towards grounds
maintenance.
‘Essential items’ refers to all items issued to each student including books, pens, pencils,
art/craft, computer materials and other class resources that your child will use throughout the
year. Other schools may ask families to purchase a ‘book list’, however at Footscray West
Primary School we purchase students’ requisites in bulk, so that parents receive the benefit of
discounted prices. This charge must be paid in full by the end of Term 1 unless prior
arrangements have been discussed with the Principal or Business Manager.
Excursions or incursions are an integral part of your child’s education and support the
curriculum; as such we expect all children to participate. A note detailing the upcoming
excursion/incursion will be sent home to parents. A signed permission form must be returned
along with any payment by the due date to allow your child to attend off site excursions. This
is a Department of Education and Training (DET) regulation. Children will not be able to
attend an excursion without prior payment. Parents who are entitled to Centrelink payments
may also be able to apply for CSEF (Camps, Sports & Excursion Funding, formally EMA)
which can be used for any of the above activities. Please contact the office for further
information.
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PAYMENTS
Payments can be made online via Bpay, or by cash, cheque or EFTPOS at the office. If
money is being sent in with your child, please ensure it is placed in a secure envelope or bag
(zip lock bags are great) and includes your child’s name, grade, amount and what the
payment is for. These envelopes are given to the classroom teacher and delivered to the
office for processing. Alternatively you can directly deliver and place it in the drop box at
the office.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
Footscray West Primary School has a compulsory uniform policy. Children must wear their
uniform daily. The uniform comprises practical items, ideal for all work or play activities at
school. The wearing of uniform reduces unnecessary competition with other students and
gives children a sense of identity.
Uniforms are supplied by Primary Schoolwear. Items may be purchased online
(www.psw.com.au) or directly from their outlet at Unit 2, 51-53 Westwood Drive Ravenhall
3023 Ph. 9768 0342. It is not compulsory to purchase uniform items from PSW. You may
wish to purchase some or your entire child’s uniform from other retail outlets who stock gold
and green items.
On occasions a ‘mufti’ day will be held. On these days children may dress in casual clothes
(mufti) and are encouraged to bring a gold coin contribution which is donated to either grade
6 graduation activities, or a charity chosen by our Junior School Council.
Second hand uniform stalls are run by our Parents & Friends at various times throughout the
term. Dates will be advertised in the newsletter.
UNIFORM ITEMS MUST BE CLEARLY LABELLED WITH YOUR CHILD’S NAME AND GRADE.
TRAVEL TO SCHOOL & SAFETY
Children should travel directly to and from school, and where possible, families should use
the school crossings. At peak times there is traffic congestion in both Argyle and Blandford
streets and we would encourage families where possible to walk, or park nearby and walk.
The car park at Shorten Reserve is an ideal area that fulfils this requirement. Parent vehicles
must be parked a safe distance from all school crossings and away from yellow lines. Parent
parking in the school grounds during normal school hours is prohibited.
FWPS has a bike and scooter policy. Students must apply for a pass in order to ride and
leave their bike/scooter at school. Children in grades Prep – 4 must be accompanied by an
adult when riding to school, students in grades 5/6 may transit independently. Prep bikes and
scooters may be left secured in the enclosure near the Prep courtyard.
Students are required to wear a helmet when riding a bike or scooter to school.
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EMERGENCY INFORMATION
It is important that we have precise and up-to-date information in order to contact you in the
case of illness or in an emergency. Our first point of call will normally be a parent or
guardian; however, if we are not able to reach you we will try an alternative emergency
contact. It is therefore necessary for you to nominate someone (often a relative or neighbour)
who would be able to care for your child should the need arise. It is the responsibility of
parents to notify the school of any changes to your personal details – address, phone or work
contact points.
STUDENT WELLBEING The staff at Footscray West Primary School work as a team to address the needs of our
children.
Children need security and a sense of belonging. The F.W.P.S. wellbeing policy places a
major emphasis on ensuring that all our children have the right to feel safe and secure at
school. We stress the need for children to fulfil their responsibility to learn, play and
contribute to school life. Our policy aims to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect for the
rights and feelings of self and others, and to foster co-operation.
Our school endeavours, along with parents to support children develop resilience to be
successful in a rapidly changing world. To enhance this, we participate in the ‘Tribes’
process which enables us to work as a school community, adhering to a set of agreements.
These form the platform upon which all our classroom rules, staff/student behaviour and
general interactions are based.
Tribes Agreements
1. Mutual respect
2. Personal best
3. Appreciations/No put downs
4. Attentive listening
5. The right to participate/the right to pass
Anti-bullying Policy
Unfortunately ‘bullying’ can occur in schools as it can occur elsewhere. At F.W.P.S. we
have a ZERO tolerance for bullying.
We deal with social problems in the following ways:
Firstly, students learn social skills and how to co-operate.
Secondly, through yard supervision, cares, concerns and compliments, counselling,
consequences for bullying and the involvement of parents, we endeavour to follow
through on these matters.
Health & Safety
As with all schools, we regularly deal with unwell and injured children. Through our
policies and practices we manage issues as they arise in a caring and professional
manner. When students are unwell or injured they will be directed to the sickbay for
assistance. This may, at times, include making contact with those people families
have listed as emergency contact persons.
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IMMUNISATION
Parents or guardians must provide an immunisation status certificate to the school regardless
of whether the child is or is not immunised. Note: Homeopathic immunisation is not a
recognised form of immunisation, and therefore cannot be listed on an immunisation status
certificate. These can be obtained from Medicare – Australian Childhood Immunisation
Register, by phoning 1800 653 809.
ILLNESS
It is important that your child attends school regularly, but if your child is sick, then home is
the best place. When a child is absent for any reason, you will need to inform your child’s
teacher, or office staff, explaining the reason for the absence. If your child is expected to be
absent for a prolonged period, please notify the school by phone and then follow up with a
note on the child’s return. You can also notify an absence using the FlexiBuzz app. In the
case of some infectious diseases, a child may be excluded from school.
The following conditions require students to be excluded from school for various periods of
time. Please check with your medical practitioner for further details.
Amoebiasis Campylobacter Chicken Pox
Conjuunctivitis Diarrhoea Diphtheria
HIB Hand, Foot & Mouth Hepatitis A
Herpes (cold sores) Impetigo Influenza
Leprosy Measles Meningitis (bacterial)
Meningococcal Mumps Poliomyelitis
Ringworm Scabies Headlice
Rubella (German measles) Salmonella/Shigella SARS
Streptococcal Infection Scarlet Fever Trachoma
Tuberculosis Typhoid Fever VTCE
Whooping Cough Worms (intestinal)
If your child requires medication, where possible, try to administer this before or after school.
Any medication being administered during school hours requires you to complete a
medication authority form, which is available from the office or may be downloaded from
the school website. Classroom teachers are not responsible for storing or distributing
medication. All medication must be stored in our sickbay.
ASTHMA, ALLERGIES & OTHER MEDICAL CONDITIONS
It is important that we are made aware of medical conditions that affect your child, and if and
when those conditions, or their management changes (in some cases, additional forms will
need to be completed). It is a Department of Education (DET) requirement that we have an
annual written management and student health support plan for children with asthma,
allergies and anaphylaxis. This information is updated at the beginning of each school year.
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TEACHING, LEARNING & CURRICULUM In 2018 our students will work in three teams.
The Junior school is comprised of children from Prep and grades 1 and 2.
The Middle school includes students in grades 3 and 4.
The 5/6 team forms the senior school.
At Footscray West Primary our goal is to provide the best learning opportunities for all.
In 2018 Footscray West Primary School will follow the Victorian Curriculum. Foundation
level provides the broad curriculum for the first year in primary school. Learners in the first
year of schooling are encouraged to develop social skills and make connections between
home and school. Through curiosity and encouragement, they take an interest in learning,
begin to develop basic literacy and numeracy skills and how to socialise and cooperate in the
classroom and playground environments.
Our learning program is designed to enhance individual learning through developmental
stages. Initially the children's pre-school experiences will be linked to our program through
our Bridging to Prep approach.
Within the first month all children will be provided with a one on one assessment meeting
with their classroom teacher. This assessment takes the form of literacy and numeracy
interviews. These are presented in a positive manner and assist developing the relationship
between the class teacher and your child. This assessment enables your child's teacher to
work with your child to develop a strong understanding of their skills at the start of their
school life.
Each team plans together to ensure that there is a comprehensive and consistent approach to
learning across the school and at team level. Planning days are usually provided at the
beginning of each term. The specialist timetable is modified to enable this to occur without
too much disruption. Our program is supported by a comprehensive approach to assessment
which enables the effective monitoring of all students’ progress.
There is a strong focus on literacy and numeracy within all teams. A consistent approach to
how these curriculum areas are taught is of great importance to us. Literacy and numeracy
lessons are taught using the ‘whole-part-whole’ approach. Learning intent is explicitly
planned for and stated. Sessions begin with a whole class focus, but allow for students to
work on specific tasks or investigations. Sessions conclude with sharing and the opportunity
to reflect in order to embed new learning. Even during Prep the students begin to learn to
select 'just right' books as the teachers support them to move along the path to becoming
independent readers.
A variety of specialist programs support the curriculum. In 2017 sessions are provided
weekly in Physical Education, Italian Language, Music and Visual Art. The provision of
these specialist classes ensures that all students have access to a broader range of programs.
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SPECIALIST SUBJECTS
At Footscray West class programs are enhanced by a range of specialist programs:
Reading Recovery, Physical Education, the Arts, Italian Language & Music
Literacy Program
All grades will experience the intensive Literacy Program every school day for two sessions.
Our aim is to ensure that all our students develop into confident readers and writers. While
the foundations are laid in the classroom, parents will play an important role in reinforcing
learning at home. This will include hearing students read and helping them to learn words.
Numeracy Program
Each Prep grade will participate in 5 sessions of intensive numeracy education per week.
Initially this will be achieved through the ‘learning through play’ program. Children will
then graduate to a more structured approach, where the emphasis will be on developing an
understanding of concepts through the use of ‘hands on’ materials.
Reading Recovery Program
This program supports students in Grade 1 who are experiencing difficulty in writing and
reading.
The Arts Our art program covers a range of activities including, but not limited to, drawing, painting,
paper mache, collage and construction. It also incorporates art appreciation where students
learn about famous artists. Although some smocks are available, we encourage children to
bring one from home. A comprehensive Art Show is held during Term 4 during odd
numbered years.
Italian Language
The Italian program offers students the opportunity to be exposed to the sounds of another
language, to begin to make connections between different languages and to reflect on the
meaning of words. Through the use of games, drawings, crafts, songs and role plays, children
are introduced to the multicultural atmosphere of F.W.P.S.
Library
Our school library is used extensively by students and staff. Children have the opportunity to
borrow books weekly and to visit during open lunch times. Encourage your child to be
responsible for borrowed resources; any loss of books will necessitate payment of a
replacement fee.
Physical Education (P.E.) The focus in P.E. is on developing fundamental motor skills in ball-handling, running,
jumping, climbing, hopping and skipping, as well as improving personal fitness. An intensive
two week swimming program is also offered in the junior grades. This program caters for
children who already participate in an out-of-school swim program as well as those who have
no water experience.
Music
A practical hands on music program for all students was recently introduced and will
continue in 2018.
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EXCURSIONS & CAMPING
Excursions or visiting groups are planned in order to support a unit of work being undertaken
in the grades. We expect all children to attend these experiences as they involve lead-up and
follow-up learning that is integral to your child’s learning. At a suitable time prior to each
excursion/incursion, a note will be sent home providing details and costs.
Our outdoor education program caters for all. In December Preps and 1s participate in an
after school activity; whilst the Grade 2s have an overnight sleepover at school during term 3.
A two night camping experience is offered for our grade 3/4s, and the Grade 5/6s participate
in a three or four day camping activity. Those children who are not involved in the ‘away
from school’ camping program participate in an alternative program on site during normal
school hours.
Parents who attend excursions or camps are required to hold a current working with children
card. These take a few weeks to be processed and come at no cost for volunteers. Further
details and applications can be obtained from www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au.
REPORTING TO PARENTS
Early in term 1 you will have an opportunity to make an appointment to ‘meet the teacher’.
Towards the end of term 2, Parent/Teacher interviews will be conducted after your child’s
written report has been provided. Learning samples will accompany the written reports and
provide further evidence of students’ learning progress.
You are welcome to meet with your child’s teacher throughout the year to discuss any
matters or to raise issues which you think the teacher should be aware of. Teachers need
sufficient time to prepare for their students at the commencement and conclusion of the
school day, so we do ask that you make an appropriate appointment time to meet with them.
Please phone reception to organise an appointment, or email (attention your child’s teacher)
BRINGING THINGS TO SCHOOL
Children are often eager to bring cherished and/or valuable toys to school. To avoid any
unhappiness should items become lost or damaged, we ask that these items be left at home.
Clothing and other items found around the school are placed in the lost property area. So that
lost items can be returned, please ensure that every item of clothing and your child’s
schoolbag and book bag are labelled clearly with his/her name.
We do not allow:
chewing gum dangerous toys/war toys thongs or open shoes
rollerblades skateboards expensive items
glass bottles or containers large amounts of money (more than $5)
Mobile phones are generally unnecessary for students in the junior school. Before any
student brings a phone to school, families need to complete a mobile phone agreement form.
Mobile phones are then signed in at the office.
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CANTEEN
Children may bring lunch from home or order lunch from the canteen.
We are pleased to announce that in 2018 our canteen will open three days each week. Our
canteen, relaunched as The Lunchbox 3012 will operate with a strong focus on healthy,
cooked food. All orders will need to be made online at: www.munchmonitor.com . Details
are included in your packs.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
At Footscray West Primary School we urge all parents to take an active role in their child’s
learning. We believe in working together to help all children to grow and develop into
successful and caring members of the community.
Parents may choose to:
Be a member of school council
Join a sub-committee or support group
Support the reading or maths program
Be a classroom helper
Assist classroom and specialist teachers
Coach a school team
Support on excursions or camps
Assist with special events
Join one of our other parent groups such as Parents & Friends or Connector
Bugs.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
All government schools in Victoria have a school council. This is not only a legal
requirement, but vital for informed decision-making. We value and encourage parents to
express their interest in being nominated to fill vacancies as parent members of F.W.P.S.
School Council as they arise. Parents working as school councillors provide a range of
important views and offer valuable skills that contribute to shaping the school’s future. No
special qualification or experience is necessary to become a member – just enthusiasm,
reliability, the capacity to work as part of a co-operative team and the desire to help improve
learning outcomes for all students.
A well-functioning school council is necessary for the smooth running of a school. As a
parent school councillor, you will have the opportunity to help set the vision and strategic
plans for the school. Through membership of sub committees such as; Finance, Facilities,
Policy and Planning, Fundraising and Communications, you and your team will contribute to
specific school priorities, projects and improvements.
The time commitment for school councillors is 2 hours at a monthly evening meeting, plus
attendance at a monthly sub-committee meeting, with follow-up action as required. If you
have a specific interest or skill, you may join a sub-committee and not be a member of school
council.
CLASSROOM HELPERS:
We provide a range of opportunities for you to become involved in classroom support
programs. Class teachers and children appreciate your assistance. We provide a classroom
helpers program for parents to enable you to gain insight into how children learn and how the
curriculum is taught. To be eligible to assist in classrooms parents will need to have attended
at least an introductory session and have an up to date Working with Children Check. Once
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Prep teachers have had the opportunity to settle the grade, information will be sent home to
source parent interest and availability. Please note that in order to minimise distractions to
the classrooms, we do not allow pre-schoolers to accompany classroom helpers.
PARENTS AND FRIENDS
The function of the Parents and Friends’ group acts to foster goodwill within our school
community, involve parents in school life and to help raise money for school projects.
Parents and Friends have a direct link with school council and a real capacity to make a
difference.
CONNECTOR BUGS
Parents and community members from our Connector Bugs meet every Monday morning at
the Emu Corner Garden following assembly. Connector Bugs work together with our
students on sustainable practices; including vegetable gardens, tree planting, grounds
development and other projects. The views of the Connector Bugs are represented through
the Facilities sub-committee of School Council.
SCHOOL ASSEMBLY:
Assembly is held Monday mornings from 9:10 am. Due to our increasing student population
we usually are required to run two assemblies concurrently. Three teams meet in the
gymnasium (Gecko) and one meets in the gallery space in the Dingo building. The team that
meets in the Dingo building rotates weekly and this information is listed weekly in the
newsletter, along with the names of students who are to be presented with Pupil of the Week
Awards. Assembly provides an opportunity for information to be communicated to children
and parents. Acknowledgements, appreciations, presentations and sports reports are regular
items, along with the awarding of Pupil of the Week certificates. At various times we are
entertained by performances. Family members are invited to attend assembly which
generally runs for approximately 30 minutes. Students in Prep start to attend assembly later
in term 1 when they begin to feel more confident.
WORKING BEES:
We appreciate and encourage parent assistance to maintain school buildings and grounds.
The Facilities Sub-Committee of School Council holds regular working bees during the year.
They are publicised through the weekly newsletter.
NEWSLETTERS AND NOTICES
Parents are kept well informed of events at our school. Please read all notices, as often a reply
is required. Every Thursday the school newsletter is posted via FlexiBuzz, an application for
computers, smart phones and tablets enabling notification that the newsletter and other
relevant items have been posted online. Search for FlexiBuzz in the app store, or if you don’t
have a smartphone or tablet, download FlexiBuzz to your PC or Mac at www.flexibizz.com.
The newsletter is also posted on the school website: www.fwps.vic.edu.au.
BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Our Before and After School Care Program is on-site at FWPS and is run by OSHClub. The
OSHClub program is well regarded by students and parents. Please enrol and book at
www.oshclub.com.au or phone 1300 395 735 for further information.
Those families who use the OSHClub service are only permitted to drive into the staff car
park for the purpose of dropping off or collecting children from the program before 8.00 am
and after 4.00 pm. It is imperative that motorists exercise due care, drive at a minimum speed
and are particularly aware of pedestrian traffic when entering and departing through the gate.